Sore Throat Medicine: Fight Throat Pain & Inflammation With Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro)

If you’re experiencing symptoms of a severe sore throat, sore throat candy may not be enough. You may need to get your hands on sore throat medicine to help get symptomatic relief. A severe sore throat can exhibit itself in various signs, such as1:

• Difficulty in swallowing
• Inflammation or redness in the back of your mouth
• Severe sore throat pain
• Muffled or hoarse voice
• Mild cough

Severe sore throat symptoms can vary depending on the cause, so consult your doctor if symptoms persist especially when your sore throat has been bothering you for more than seven to ten days.

It’s important to know the difference between the severity range of sore throat so you can choose the appropriate sore throat remedy for you and your family. For mild or moderate sore throat, you may experience an itchy and dry throat which can be uncomfortable in your daily routine. Meanwhile, severe sore throat can include pain and inflammation in the throat. Other symptoms may accompany the infection that is causing your severe sore throat. This can impede work and life at home since you might experience difficulty in eating, talking, and sleeping².

How can I feel better when I have sore throat?

Getting the right medicine for sore throat is crucial to address the symptoms and pain you feel so you can be there for every moment. Here are some ways for you to help relieve your sore throat³:

• Drink warm beverages and lots of water
• Rest your voice
• Avoid irritants such as smoke and alcohol
• Choosing effective medicated sore throat lozenges instead of just sore throat candy to help lubricate and soothe the throat

When you have severe sore throat, Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro) may help relieve your severe sore throat symptoms. It reduces inflammation and helps relieve sore throat pain4 in as fast as 30 seconds⁵, and lasts up to 6 hours6. Warning and Precaution: Not to be taken if with allergies to NSAIDs.

Why choose Flurbiprofen (Strepsils Maxpro) Lozenges?

Severe sore throat can get in the way of your day-to-day tasks. It can even prevent you from eating properly and getting a good night’s sleep. Your chosen sore throat treatment should be fast, long-lasting, and effective against symptoms. This is so you can reduce the severity of your symptoms, get relief from the pain or discomfort, and get back to your moment fast!

Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro) is a medicated sore throat lozenge that has double action to help people get fast and Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro) has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. This anti-inflammatory drug is easily absorbed to the deeper layers of the throat.

This is recommended for adults and children above 12 years old. Dissolve one lozenge in the mouth every 2 to 3 hours or as prescribed by your physician. Use at any time of the day, whenever severe sore throat symptoms strike. Each lozenge contains 8.75mg of Flurbiprofen.

What is Flurbiprofen?

Flurbiprofen belongs to a drug class called NSAIDs, which work by reducing inflammation, pain, and fever. This works by preventing the production of chemicals in the body called prostaglandins which cause inflammation and pain⁷.

Sore throat that is caused by viral or bacterial infections can be accompanied by sore throat pain and inflammation. Your physician may recommend flurbiprofen lozenges to help give you sore throat relief.

The doses and duration of treatment will depend on the cause of your severe sore throat and the severity of throat inflammation. Always read the label and consult your doctor to learn more.

Flurbiprofen (Strepsils Maxpro) Warnings and Side Effects

Before taking Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro), be aware that it has Flurbiprofen. If this medication is prescribed in combination with other medicine, it may cause  serious side effects such as stomach pain, increased blood pressure, and allergic reactions.

If you have the following conditions, please consult with your doctor before taking Flurbiprofen:

• If you’re suffering from cardiovascular issues;
• If you’re suffering from gastrointestinal diseases;
• If you’re suffering from asthma or allergies;
• If you’re suffering from hypertension.

If you are allergic to NSAIDs, do not take Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro).

Here are other reminders in taking Flurbiprofen (Strepsils MaxPro) lozenges:

• Do not give to children under 6 years old.
• Do not exceed the prescribed dose, as excessive use may increase the risk of serious side effects.
• If sore throat persists for more than two days and is accompanied by fever, headache, or nausea, consult your doctor.

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